Leave the tools in the drawer. The Swagman XC2 lets you load two bikes in minutes with no wheel removal, no frame adapters, and no compromises. Its adjustable wheel hoops and ratchet arms handle everything from kid's bikes and BMX to full-suspension mountain bikes and cruisers -- then the whole rack folds flat for storage when you arrive at camp.
RV owners and full-timers face unique challenges with bike racks: deep hitch receivers, limited rear clearance, and the need to access the rear door or storage compartment without unloading the bikes. The Swagman XC2 addresses all of these. The center arm folds down so you can reach the back of your rig without removing the rack, and the anti-wobble hitch device keeps the rack stable even on rough roads.
Platform-style racks hold bikes by the wheels rather than the frame, making them compatible with virtually every bike style on the market -- including "Y" frame designs and bikes with non-standard tube shapes that defeat traditional frame-clamp racks.
Adjustable wheel hoops and ratchet arms accommodate 20" to 29" tires and a wide range of frame geometries without add-on adapters.
Installs in both 1-1/4" and 2" hitch receivers, making it usable on motorhomes, cars, SUVs, and trucks.
Soft, coated ratchet arms hold each bike securely without scratching or denting your bike's frame or finish.
The entire rack folds up compactly for storage on or off the vehicle, keeping your hitch receiver free when bikes aren't loaded.
The XC2 platform design works with an unusually wide variety of bike types. Wheel size is the primary compatibility requirement: tires must fall in the 20" to 29" range, and wheel width cannot exceed 3-1/2". Beyond that, the rack imposes very few restrictions:
Platform hitch racks designed for general automotive use often overlook the needs of motorhome and camper van owners. The XC2 includes features that matter specifically in an RV context:
The XC2 inserts directly into your vehicle's 1-1/4" or 2" hitch receiver using the included hardware. No drilling or permanent modifications are required. Once installed: